Graduate Diploma
Graduate Diplomas in Nuclear Technology
UOIT plans to offer six graduate diplomas
in Nuclear Technology based on areas of sub-specialization within the fields of
nuclear power and radiological and health physics in the MASc/MEng in Nuclear
Engineering program. The proposed programs have been designed to accommodate
the needs of personnel working in the nuclear industry to upgrade their
knowledge and skills, so they can position themselves for transfer and/or
advancement within their industry and to promote an orientation toward lifelong
learning.
The six proposed graduate diplomas in
Nuclear Technology are:
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Fuel, Materials and Chemistry;
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Health Physics;
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Operation and Maintenance;
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Radiological Applications;
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Reactor Systems; and
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Safety, Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Students will obtain their diploma in a
given sub-specialty by completing four courses as outlined in the program
requirements. These four courses must be completed within a three-year period.
Admission
Requirements:
Graduate diplomas
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Hold a four-year honours degree in the field of engineering,
science or mathematics, with a grade point average of B-minus (GPA of 2.7
on a 4.0/4.3 scale). Consideration will be given to specialized education,
training and experience relevant to the chosen field of diploma studies,
as long as applicants are deemed to have satisfactory preparation to
succeed in the program.
Applicable to all programs/diplomas
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A minimum of two letters of reference from persons having
direct knowledge of the applicant's academic competence. Some faculties
may require 3 letters. Academic references are preferred; however,
professional references will be accepted. Letters of reference should come
from individuals under whom the applicant has worked closely or studied.
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Proof of English proficiency for those applicants whose first
language is not English (see current
policy on English proficiency)
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Submission of one certified copy of each previous undergraduate
and graduate transcript directly from the granting institute. It is the student's
responsibility to provide a certified English translation of the
transcript if the original is in another language.
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Submission of a one-page statement of interest outlining their
objectives in undertaking graduate study. Applicants may describe career
aspirations/plans, specific research interests (if known), and experience
relevant to their interests. If a potential thesis supervisor has been
contacted, he/she must be identified in the statement of interest.
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If required, submit a brief description of the courses listed
on the official transcripts or provide a copy of the relevant calendar in
which they are listed.
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Submission of a photocopy of the applicant's degree parchment.
The aforementioned requirements are the
minimum required for entry into graduate studies at UOIT. Some faculties may
have additional requirements for entry into a specific program. Please visit
the individual faculty websites for more information. Mature students who do
not meet the above requirements may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
